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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to … [Read More...]
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Swiftcurrent Pass Hiking Guide
About Swiftcurrent Pass Trail Trail Highlights - Crystalline alpine lakes, lush meadows strewn with wildflowers, gorgeous views of the … [Read More...]
Ptarmigan Tunnel Hiking Guide
About Ptramigan Tunnel Trail Trail Highlights – Glittering alpine lakes, towering peaks, lush meadows and plenty of wildlife, including moose Roundtrip Length – 10.7 miles Elevation Gain — 2,300 feet Peak Elevation – 7,255 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Strenuous Region – Many Glacier Availability of Water — Yes Although strenuous, this is […]
Upper Two Medicine Lake Hiking Guide
About Upper Two Medicine Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Gorgeous mountain vistas, lakes, a meadow, and a view of the Continental Divide Roundtrip Length — 10 miles Elevation Gain — 350 feet Peak Elevation — 5,505 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Excellent Two […]
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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to coffee to meals, having nourishment that tastes good can be just as important as the nutritional value that it provides. Nobody likes hot water, cold coffee, […]
The Best 4-Person Tents of 2015
Best 4-Person Tents of 2015 While we’ve already covered the best 2-person tents of 2015, we recognize that many of our readers like to camping with a larger crowd. Whether you’re planning on camping with your family or just a couple of buddies, there are many situations in which a 4-person tent is more suitable […]
Monster Fire Forces Evacuations in Glacier National Park
Reynolds Creek Fire Erupts in Glacier National Park Last month, we wrote about a fire that was threatening Glacier National Park. That fire, the Glacier Rim Fire, covered only about 100 acres before being extinguished in a timely manner, and no damage was done to the park itself. The park is not so lucky this time […]
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Patagonia Rover Lightweight Approach Shoes Review
I just gave the Patagonia Rover Lightweight Approach Shoes a whirl last weekend and I … am in love. But before we delve into the details of my new romance, we should answer a question up front. One that a surprising number of people don’t know the answer to. What is an Approach Shoe? If […]
Making a Hiking Checklist
Don’t forget essential hiking items – Use this hiking checklist while packing to ensure your safety in the wilderness I always consult this backpacking and hiking gear list before any adventure into the mountains. Forgetting any item off this essential, packing list can spell disaster. While a mild hike does not necessitate all of these […]
Whens Should Bears Be Put Down?
A couple weeks ago, I asked–and tried to answer–the question of when it’s appropriate for us to interfere with nature in our national parks. Today, that question strikes me again, but in a much more specific way: when is it okay to outright kill animals in our parks? I’m not talking about licensed hunting or […]
Latest Visitor Contributions
Kootenay National Park: Wrong Place, Wrong Time
This is a story shared by one of our readers who did not leave his/her name. Thank you for your contribution! On Monday, September 16th 2013, we pulled into the parking lot by the kindersley/sinclair loop trail head. A couple from Montreal asked if they could hike with my buddy and I. We agreed, introduced […]
Living in Polebridge Montana – 1967-1968
Ever wonder what Polebridge, Montana was like in the late 60s? Steve O’Malley lived and worked there from 1967-68. These are his memories & experiences. It’s quite a lovely story, full of amazing anecdotes. I hope you enjoy! I was born in Long Beach California January 4, 1949. There was a very rare snow storm in Southern […]
Hiking Hidden Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: Photos & Videos
Hiking Hidden Lake trail in Glacier National Park is an easy afternoon adventure. Read & view user submitted photos & stories from their Hidden Lake hikes
